Howard Ankin

3 Types of Prescription Errors You Can Sue for in Illinois

There are 3 types of prescription errors commonly seen by medical malpractice attorneys in Illinois. Prescription errors are one of the most common types of medical errors experienced by patients. When a patient suffers harm due to medication errors, he or she may have an actionable case of medical negligence or medical malpractice against the

Slip and Fall Accidents on Government Property

If you’re involved in a slip and fall accident on government property, you can hold the government responsible for your injuries and losses. However, your claim will be more complex compared to those where a private citizen is at fault. The government maintains some level of sovereign immunity in premises liability cases. As such, there are strict

Who Can File Section 1983 Claims?

When law enforcement officers violate citizens’ civil rights, they can be held accountable through Section 1983 claims. Civil rights are granted to American citizens to ensure their freedom is protected. Civil rights provide citizens with the right to social and political freedom and equity. These rights were put in place to ensure individuals are being

Did You Know?
  • If you are injured at work you may be able to recover compensation through a workers’ compensation claim as well as by filing a personal injury claim against responsible third parties.
  • A signed liability waiver may not be enough to bar your personal injury claim if willful acts or negligence caused your injuries.
  • Some SSDI claims qualify for expedited processing, allowing claimants to obtain approval in a matter of days or weeks.

What Is Police Brutality?

The various human rights violations imposed by police are referred to as police brutality. The United States Constitution entitles citizens to inherent rights. The rights include freedom from discrimination based on race, sex, national origin, and membership in other protected classes. These rights give American citizens the freedom of assembly, religion, speech, and freedom to

Do Doctors Kill More Than Guns?

With medical errors contributing to thousands of deaths in the U.S. annually, statistics suggest doctors kill more than guns. Gun violence caused about 49,000 fatalities in the U.S. in 2021. Preventable medical mistakes account for around six times as many fatalities. Johns Hopkins researchers found that preventable medical mistakes cause up to 250,000 fatalities annually.

How Is the Statute of Limitations Affected by Catastrophic Injuries?

If you have suffered a serious injury, you may be wondering, “how is the statute of limitations affected by catastrophic injuries?” The statute of limitations for a catastrophic injury begins from the time that the injured person discovers the injury. In a personal injury claim, the statute of limitations is two years from the time that the injury was suffered.

What Is a Section 1983 Lawsuit?

You might have grounds for a Section 1983 lawsuit against a law enforcement officer who violates your civil rights. However, you must prove that the officer overstepped his or her authority or deprived you of your civil rights.  Civil rights violations covered under the Section 1983 statute include false arrest or false imprisonment, malicious prosecution, failure

Symptoms of Legionnaires’ Disease

The symptoms of Legionnaires’ disease are similar to lung infections like pneumonia. You may experience a headache, fever, shortness of breath, diarrhea, or muscle aches. The disease spreads through water from hot tubs, spa pools, showers, taps, and humidifiers. You may catch it from inhaling contaminated water droplets.  Legionnaires’ disease currently has no vaccine. Constructing